Bankruptcy News

• Statement of Judge Robert J. Conrad, Jr., Director of the AO, Regarding Introduction of the Judicial Space and Facilities Management Effectiveness Act

• Federal Circuit Celebrates Independence Day Anniversary Through History and Civic Learning

  On the eve of the 250th anniversary of Independence Day, in the nation’s capital, the Federal Circuit Center for Innovation and Law invited the public to the Justice Up Close, History All Around civics program to explore how law, innovation, science, and civic action have shaped the nation.

• Bankruptcies Rise 12.2 Percent

  Bankruptcy filings rose 12.2 percent during the 12-month period ending June 30, 2026.

• 2025 Wiretap Report: Intercepts and Convictions Fall

  Federal and state courts reported a combined 24 percent decrease in authorized wiretaps in 2025, compared with 2024, according to the Judiciary’s 2025 Wiretap Report.

• Judiciary Approves Funding for Case Management and Public Access Modernization

  To fund the accelerated initiative to modernize and strengthen the security of its case management and public access system, the Judiciary is implementing a modest temporary increase in fees for electronic access to court records beginning on Jan. 1, 2027.